Exam questionKROK 2Medicine ยท 2024
A 47-year-old patient complains of pain in the lumbar region. The patient was provisionally diagnosed with radiculitis and a course of physiotherapy was carried out. However, the patient's condition did not improve. X-ray of the spine and pelvis revealed osteoporosis and significant bone defects. Complete blood count revealed normochromic anemia and total protein of 107 g/L. General urinalysis revealed proteinuria of 4.0 g/L. What study is necessary to establish the final diagnosis in this case?
Answer options
- Cytochemistry of blood cells
- Sternal puncture
- Radioisotope study of the kidneys
- Abdominal ultrasound
- Comprehensive blood testing
Correct answer
Sternal puncture
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